Summary - April Cottage, 1-2 The Terrace, Martinstown DT2 9JY
3 bed 2 bath End of Terrace
Character stone home with low-maintenance courtyard and garage near Dorchester.
- Double-fronted stone cottage with flagstone floors and exposed beams
- Triple-aspect bespoke kitchen/breakfast room with integrated Neff appliances
- Three bedrooms; principal bedroom with en-suite and fitted wardrobes
- Enclosed paved courtyard garden, small front garden and detached garage
- Located in conservation area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
- Medium local flood risk and slow broadband speeds to note
- Shared rights of way to rear; contributors pay a fair proportion of maintenance
- Roof appears weathered and walls likely without modern insulation
Set in the heart of picturesque Martinstown, April Cottage is a stone-built, double-fronted period home that balances character features with practical family living. The ground floor showcases flagstone floors, exposed brick fireplaces, timber beams and a triple-aspect kitchen/breakfast room with bespoke cabinetry and integrated appliances. Upstairs are three well-proportioned bedrooms, an en-suite to the principal room and a family bathroom—all presented in calm, contemporary décor.
Externally the property offers a low-maintenance, fully enclosed rear courtyard, a small paved front area and off-street parking with a detached garage. The house sits within a conservation area and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, close to village amenities and a short drive from Dorchester with its wider services and rail links.
Practical considerations are straightforward: the home is freehold with mains gas central heating, double glazing and an EPC rating D. Notable negatives include a medium flood risk in the locality, slow broadband speeds, some shared rights of way to the rear with associated maintenance cost obligations, and the roof appears weathered and may need remedial attention. These points should be weighed against the cottage’s strong village setting and character-led accommodation.
This property will suit buyers seeking a character cottage in a peaceful village setting who value period detail and low-maintenance outdoor space. It also offers potential for selective updating where desired, though purchasers should budget for any roof works, possible insulation improvements and ongoing shared access costs.
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